1. An Introduction: Aim, Research Question, Definition of variables etc.
Evidence of research into the variables, relationship & context
Hypothesize & make a prediction as to possible relationships
Identify if variables are 'associated' or 'explanatory' and 'dependent'

1) Generic Assessment Instructions:

Prior to the assessment you will be given information on the context.

You should do some research into to context to gain prior understanding to help during the assessment and have material to discuss in your report. You will be able to bring this contextual research into the assessment.

(get familiar with these)

You have been given data from...

Use the statistical enquiry cycle to carry out a statistical investigation to determine if there is a relationship between at least one pair of variables.

Write a report describing the investigation.

- Familiarise yourself with the data set provided. This will include doing research to help you understand the variables and develop a purpose for the investigation.

- Pose an appropriate relationship question that can be answered using variables in the data set. The variables you choose must be numerical, and the variable you use as your response variable must be continuous. You may choose to investigate more than one pair of variables. Select appropriate display(s) to graph your data.

- Identify features in the data, including the nature and strength of the relationship.
Find an appropriate model.

- Use your model to make prediction(s).

- Write a conclusion answering your question.

- Support your conclusion by referring to your analysis and/or features of the visual display(s). Include a reflection on your process, which could consider other relevant variables, or evaluate the adequacy of your model(s).

In writing your report, link your discussion to the context and support the statements you make by referring to statistical evidence.

2) What is expected in your report

Achieve
- Investigate the relationship between two variables.
- Define the variables (and units)
- Describe the purpose for the investigation.
- Some reference to own research done (could be inferred)
- Comparative Research Question.

Background information related to the data set will be provided. There should be sourcing of relevant contextual knowledge about the situation under investigation from places such as the internet, the school or local library, newspapers and magazines. These sources should be referenced in their report.

Practice Data Sets

"Achieving in Statistics" by W. Geldof data sets. Practice Assessments, gradually becoming more self-directed.
If you have purchased the book from the student office for $16 you can have your very own answers and check your progress.